For Teenage Girls
12-15 Month Residential Program
For teenage girls struggling with drug or alcohol addictions, or behavioral problems
This residential program assists teenage girls in recovering from drug and alcohol addiction and/or overcoming rebellion, depression, anger and other self-destructive behaviors. Teen residents are required to participate in spiritual growth activities, individual/family counseling and choir. Teen Challenge provides 24 hour supervision, however we are not a lock-down facility. Reports on teen residents will be provided on an as needed basis to probation officers and social service agencies.
Individual/Family Counseling
Each teen resident will be seen by our adolescent/family counselor whose specialty is working with adolescents and their families. The counselor will do an initial assessment and individual sessions with the teen. These sessions will eventually include family involvement to be determined by the counselor and the resident's dean.
Activities
Teen specific recreational activities are a regular part of life at Teen Challenge. Some activities include: shopping, field trips, camping trips, going to the movies, going out to eat, going to plays and concerts, hanging out at the lake, visiting a water park etc. In addition, all teen residents participate in a local church youth group service once a week. Staff supervision is provided for all recreational activities.
Program Structure
This program consists of four levels, all focusing on spiritual and emotional wellness. Each level has a distinct focus to encourage the teen's growth.
Level One (10 weeks)- Recovery
Residents begin their program with courses designed to provide them with basic information regarding chemical addiction and recovery. They attend classes that promote life recovery in the areas of: chemical dependency, anger management, personal relationships, family dynamics, depression, self-acceptance, and maintaining a chemical-free lifestyle.
Level Two (16 weeks)- Renewal
Residents work on their specific personal and family issues, behavior modification and identification of the issues that led to their addiction. The focus of Level 2 is to build a solid foundation in the renewal of their minds and bodies.
Level Three (12 weeks)- Restoration and Healing
Residents learn how to deal with the pain and emotional anguish associated with their current and past issues. They attend group process classes designed to assist in the healing of damaged emotions as they confront the issues that have left them emotionally scarred. Some of the topics covered include: low self-esteem, depression, anger, forgiveness and perfectionism.
Level Four (12 weeks)- Re-entry
Residents focus on transitioning back into their local community. They receive classroom instruction in three critical areas: relationship issues, employment skills and financial management. Residents focus on transitioning to their next living arrangement (i.e.: moving back home, going to college etc.). MnTC staff in conjunction with the teen's parents/guardian will help them develop an after care plan.
